Mental Health Social Worker - Locum (Adults) - Chelmsford

Sanctuary Personnel; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Chelmsford is offering a locum opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join an Adults service. Responsibilities include assessing care needs, establishing therapeutic relationships, and maintaining compliance with relevant policies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in social work, current registration, and frontline experience in Adults Services, preferably in mental health. Competitive pay rate of £32 per hour and a 3-month contract.

Benefits

Effortless registration process

Compliance support including paid e-learning

Access to exclusive opportunities

Personalized support from health professionals

Referral program with bonuses

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in social work required.
• Must have current Social Work England registration.
• Significant frontline experience in Adults Services needed.
• Experience working in a mental health setting is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage care needs in line with policy and legislation.
• Promote independence and facilitate support from networks.
• Provide complex information in challenging environments.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with service users and families.
• Prepare and present clear assessments and necessary reports.

Skills

Frontline experience in Adults Services

Experience in mental health setting

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Current Social Work England registration

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in Chelmsford is offering a locum opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join an Adults service. Responsibilities include assessing care needs, establishing therapeutic relationships, and maintaining compliance with relevant policies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in social work, current registration, and frontline experience in Adults Services, preferably in mental health. Competitive pay rate of £32 per hour and a 3-month contract.